Is W1S 1BY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4906 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1S 1BY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1009
Theft from the person
927
Shoplifting
728
Violence & sexual offences
719
Anti-social behaviour
607
Public order
218
Robbery
172
Drugs
147
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near W1S 1BY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1S 1BY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.